Dont-Dream-It Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Hey, I was wondering which is more effective - if there is a difference at all - between callanetics and pilates? And also will either of these help me lose inches around my calves? Tash xX Link to post Share on other sites
loony Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Good question, I've been wondering about the same. I'm sticking to Callanetics now. I had some books at home and it seems to be effective. I don't really have that much clue about Pilates and I think it would probably better to take a class, but I wasn't able to get into any anymore, so I'm doing exercises at home. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Dont-Dream-It Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 Mmm, my Mum swears by callanetics, and I don't know anyone with experiance in pilates, really. Have you notice much of a difference on you calves? 'Cause my calf muscles seem very bulky and I want to lose inches off of them. Link to post Share on other sites
loony Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Mmm, my Mum swears by callanetics, and I don't know anyone with experiance in pilates, really. Have you notice much of a difference on you calves? 'Cause my calf muscles seem very bulky and I want to lose inches off of them. Well, I have been, ahem, somewhat neglecting my exercises... I heard Callanetics stretches your muscles and makes them leaner, so I would give it a try. It's not really difficult. And as your mum is doing it already, you can ask her anytime you have a question. Link to post Share on other sites
lilmoma1973 Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Pilates are fun but will kick your arse!! You use your core muscles when you are doing pilates .. Callentics can work as well.. Pilates will make you long and leaner as well.. I love exercising i do all kinds ,the best thing to do is change up the routine so you won't stay at a plauteu.. Good luck Link to post Share on other sites
Author Dont-Dream-It Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 Well she doesn't do them anymore - about five years ago but se still thinks they're awesome. "Well, I have been, ahem, somewhat neglecting my exercises... " - happens to the best of us...sometimes! =] Well, I think I'm gonna buy a callanetics DVD. Can't hurt to try, right? Lol. Link to post Share on other sites
loony Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Well, I think I'm gonna buy a callanetics DVD. Can't hurt to try, right? Lol. I bought one, too, recently, on Amazon. It's ok, but I still haven't done anything. Somehow the psychological stress is not high enough to motivate me. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Dont-Dream-It Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 Haha! Well, I'm actually a pretty motivated person when I put my mind to something - particuarly if it's something that is making me unhappy! So it's cardio three times a week, callanetics three times a week and two hour walks on Sundays...dear Laaawd what am I setting myself up for! Link to post Share on other sites
loony Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 I take belly dancing classes once a week and I walk a bit more recently, but that's basically it. What counts as cardio training? Does it also include swimming? I'm considering taking up swimming. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Dont-Dream-It Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 I think Swimming is considered Cardio - if not, it's still great exercise. I do Air Walker, Exercise Bike and Rower for my cardio. Link to post Share on other sites
brashgal Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Swimming is cardio, it's just low-impact. Link to post Share on other sites
clandestinidad Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Yes, swimming is cardio But for technique remember this: the point is to kick with your legs, and let them push you through the water....not pull yourself through with your arms. I'm a big swimmer, and was taught that long ago. If you swim by your arms and barely kick, you will get worn out muuuch faster and not move very quickly. Your legs are your motor, pushing you along. I think about 3 kicks for each arm movement should be about right for a good pace. Your arms are really just there to help balance and stuff. Link to post Share on other sites
Outcast Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Apparently you can burn a heap o' calories an hour when you're swimming. I read it can be something like 700 calories per hour!!! Link to post Share on other sites
loony Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 I only know how to do breast-stroke... I guess it does burn a lot of calories though, I always end up feeling really hungry after I swim more than with any other sport. Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts